Probably the most famous of African produced beads ... the skilled production of these handmade and individually decorated, powder-glass beads has been practised by the ladies, in and around the town of Kiffa in Mauritania, for over 100 years..To read my account of a fascinating overland journey from The Gambia to the town of Kiffain February 2001, which contains background information on these beads .. Click HEREFor a Pictorial Article on the Making of Modern Kiffa beads .. Click HERE

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